Ohio Ecological Food And Farm Association is located in Columbus, OH. The organization was established in 1991. According to its NTEE Classification (K20) the organization is classified as: Agricultural Programs, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 09/2023, Ohio Ecological Food And Farm Association employed 25 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Ohio Ecological Food And Farm Association is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2023, Ohio Ecological Food And Farm Association generated $1.9m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.6m during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 10.0% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE OHIO ECOLOGICAL FOOD AND FARM ASSOCIATION CULTIVATES A FUTURE IN WHICH SUSTAINABLE AND ORGANIC FARMERS THRIVE, LOCAL FOOD NOURISHES OUR COMMUNITIES, AND AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES PROTECT AND ENHANCE OUR ENVIRONMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
OEFFA GREW FARMER KNOW-HOW THROUGH HIGH QUALITY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO HELP PRODUCERS MEET NEW CHALLENGES AND SUCCEED. FARM TOURS FEATURED ORGANIC DAIRIES, SEASON EXTENSION STRATEGIES, AND MORE. WE PROVIDED BEGINNING FARMERS TRAINING AND MENTORING ON BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, SUPPORTED ASPIRING FARMERS TO GAIN HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE, AND PROVIDED DIRECT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO PRODUCERS TRANSITIONING TO CERTIFIED ORGANIC PRODUCTION. OUR MEMBERS AND SUPPORTERS ENGAGED IN GRASSROOTS ADVOCACY AT THE STATE AND FEDERAL LEVELS TO ENSURE POLICIES THAT SUPPORT AND BENEFIT SUSTAINABLE AND ORGANIC FAMILY-SCALE FARMERS ARE ENACTED.
THE CARRYING ON OF ACTIVITIES, SUCH AS RENTAL, NEWSLETTER, ETC.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Rachel Tyse Executive Di | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $67,041 |
Carol Goland Executive Di | Officer | $11,078 | |
David Bell Rep At Large | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
James L Bidigare Rep At Large | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Katherine Bonilla Rep At Large | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Jeff Dean Rep At Large | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $1,564,778 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $142,680 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,707,458 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $180,342 |
Investment income | $796 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $9,191 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $1,919,192 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $78,119 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $834,895 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $10,250 |
Other employee benefits | $84,456 |
Payroll taxes | $69,679 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $30,990 |
Information technology | $6,381 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $41,358 |
Travel | $47,359 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $4,292 |
Interest | $7,250 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $3,481 |
Insurance | $7,772 |
All other expenses | $62,649 |
Total functional expenses | $1,576,144 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $73,540 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $326,057 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $13,857 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $343,554 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $757,008 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $121,560 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $0 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $143,507 |
Total liabilities | $265,067 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $491,941 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $757,008 |